Ledesma Analyzes River's Draw in Varela: "It Was a Game"
River Plate drew 0-0 against Defensa y Justicia in a tense encounter at the Estadio Norberto "Tito" Tomaghello on Sunday. The result, while frustrating for the visiting side, saw them extend their unbeaten run to five games.
Goalkeeper Franco Armani was the standout performer for River, making several crucial saves to deny Defensa and Justicia a victory. The team's performance, however, was far from their best, prompting analysis from coach Martín Demichelis and goalkeeper Germán Ledesma.
"It was a game," Ledesma stated plainly after the match, acknowledging the stalemate. "They had their chances, we had our chances. In the end, it was a draw, a point for each team."
The veteran goalkeeper, who has been a key figure for River since joining in 2021, highlighted the importance of maintaining their unbeaten run, even if the performance wasn't perfect.
"We need to keep moving forward, keep growing. This is a long tournament, and we need to keep fighting for every point," he said. "We need to improve, of course, but the important thing is that we're getting results."
River Plate will be looking to bounce back and secure a victory in their next fixture against Argentinos Juniors on Saturday at the Estadio Monumental.
This match is crucial for River, who will be looking to regain their winning form and continue their pursuit of the league title. Ledesma and his teammates will be keen to put in a more convincing performance, and fans will be hoping for a return to the team's dominant style of play.
The draw against Defensa y Justicia highlighted the challenges River Plate faces in a competitive league. However, the team's resilience and ability to maintain their unbeaten run are promising signs for the future. As Ledesma said, "It's a long tournament," and River will need to keep learning and improving if they want to achieve their goals.